Deinking a cellulosic substrate using magnesium silicate

Abstract

A composition and method for deinking is disclosed. The composition and method contain an activated magnesium silicate or a magnesium silicate.

We claim: 
     
       1. A method of removing ink from a cellulosic containing substance comprising:
 (a) adding to the substance a composition comprising: (1) magnesium silicate, (2) water, (3) xanthan gum, (4) tall oil fatty acid; and (5) sodium lauryl sulfate; 
 (b) optionally excluding adding caustic soda to the cellulosic containing substance; and 
 (c) optionally excluding adding hydrogen peroxide to the cellulosic containing substance. 
 
     
     
       2. The method of  claim 1  wherein the composition is comprised of about 18% of said magnesium silicate; about 0.288% xanthan gum; about 22% tall oil fatty acid; and about 2% sodium lauryl sulfate.